Suzanne Towne

Suzanne Towne is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, low self-esteem, addiction concerns, relationship problems, grief, and coping with life changes. She brings 15 years of therapy experience to her work and draws on a long history in mental health care. Suzanne practices in Tennessee and offers sessions in English.

Suzanne believes people already hold the seeds of their own solutions. She uses clear, practical guidance to help clients find what works for them. Sessions focus on setting realistic goals, learning new skills, and trying small changes that add up over time.

Her background includes many roles in mental health, starting as a psychiatric registered nurse and later moving into social work and therapy. That range of experience shaped a flexible approach. Suzanne has worked with people facing eating disorders, chemical dependency, trauma, and other complex issues in both inpatient and community settings.

Therapy draws on several well-known methods, including cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered work, and solution-focused strategies. Suzanne tailors these tools to each person’s comfort level and goals rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan.

Sessions typically use live video or phone conversations so people can fit help into busy lives. Suzanne avoids text-based live chat for sessions because she finds it less effective for building connection. She invites prospective clients to start with a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment to see if the fit feels right.

How Suzanne Uses Evidence-Informed Methods Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that reflect their values. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, panic, and mood concerns. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the client’s goals and pace, offering empathetic listening and support to build trust and direction.

Suzanne approaches the choice of method as a collaboration. She will discuss options with each person and try different techniques to find what fits best for their goals and daily life. The plan can change as needs shift, and she emphasizes practical steps clients can use between sessions.

Her practice uses live video and phone conversations as the primary ways to meet, which can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday or family schedule. Video lets people work together face-to-face, while phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Confirm the exact session formats available before booking so you know what to expect.